GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

Random words

WordMeaning
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
misadventuremisfortune
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
repellentserving or tending to drive away or ward off
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
passepast one's prime
scintillateto emit sparks : spark